clenched fist

Example Sentences

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She celebrated with a clenched fist after a ferocious smash secured a break for a 4-1 lead.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

To strengthen privacy protections, the researchers limited their images to the back of the hand and a clenched fist.

From Science Daily • Mar. 4, 2026

Winners and aces bring a huge roar to the heavens, clenched fist raised high.

From BBC • Nov. 9, 2025

If I was a cartoonist, I'd draw a picture of him with the raised right clenched fist and his left hand holding a donation can.

From Salon • Jul. 17, 2024

Jose marched out of the station, He greeted us with a clenched fist, And while everyone applauded, His pretty wife he kissed.

From "The Milagro Beanfield War" by John Nichols